1998 Abarth Monotipo vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1998 Abarth Monotipo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Monotipo (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1968 Buick Riviera. (305 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Monotipo should accelerate faster than 1968 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1998 Abarth Monotipo.
1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1998 Abarth Monotipo has manual transmission. 1998 Abarth Monotipo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Monotipo | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Abarth | Buick |
| Model | Monotipo | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 290 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3030 mm |
